Production Manager, Nights

Refresco Careers•Greer, SC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia. Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks. Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game. We are solutions-based. We are innovative. We seek out new challenges and conquer them. This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best. Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table?

Requirements

Proven leadership experience in a high-speed beverage production environment preferred.
Ability to independently and efficiently operate and troubleshoot required manufacturing equipment.
Ability to work quickly and accurately under deadline pressure.
Organized and detail oriented, adaptable to change.
Proficient in Excel, Word, SAP and Power Point.
Understanding of quality standards and requirements for manufactured products, implementation of quality control measures to ensure product consistency and reliability, collaboration with quality team to address related issues.
Skilled in resolving process and equipment issues to minimize downtime and waste.
Accurately record production data and maintain organized records.
Ensure OSHA, environmental, and corporate compliance.
Timely and accurate completion of monthly Alchemy training.
Communicate effectively with direct reports and all levels of the organization.
Collaborates to ensure smooth workflow.
Follows equipment down-time escalation process.
Make informed decisions with sometimes limited data, learning from outcomes.
Coach others regardless of performance level; help others identify key goals and use their talents to achieve those goals; build relationships; offer praise and recognition.
Proactively take initiative and responsibility for tasks and challenges, demonstrating independent thinking.
Develop creative solutions, evaluate results, and incorporate feedback for continuous improvement.
Optimize production schedules by prioritizing tasks and minimizing downtime to meet deadlines.
Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
Minimum 5+ years relevant work experience within a high-speed manufacturing environment, preferably beverages.

Nice To Haves

Undergraduate degree in a related field, with focus on Operations Management preferred.
Functional experience in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, TPM, etc. are assets.

Responsibilities

Driving and managing the production process and associates at the facility while maintaining efficient production in desired quality and quantity.
Developing and leading the Plant Production team in exceeding key performance indicators for safety, environment, quality, customer service and cost.
Building and developing a strong team of decision makers and our organization’s next leaders.
Adhering to and ensuring compliance to all health and safety policies/procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and PPE requirements.
Adhering to and ensuring compliance to food quality and food safety as per the standard(s) provided by corporate, customer, and/or governing bodies (ex. SQF).
Leading and directing the work of other employees and has responsibility for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination.
Providing training, direction and instruction and conducting performance evaluations.
Providing guidance and training on work standards and expected outcomes.
Accountable for planning and evaluating performance, staff training and development, recruitment and may contribute to pay recommendations.
Conducting daily meetings as required with direct reports to identify and resolve issues.
Collaborating closely with all departments to improve quality, drive efficiencies, increase yields, and eliminate out-of-specification or damaged products.
Fostering a positive team environment to promote cooperation and teamwork.
Addressing inquiries related to SQF and HACCP.
Reading, comprehending, and adhering to a production manufacturing schedule, effectively communicating issues or deviations with the appropriate parties and responding to inquiries.
Mobilizing resources and leading efforts to reduce unscheduled downtime.
Following all Quality Control and Production line standard operating procedures.
Performing minor machine maintenance as well as daily and weekly preventive maintenance.
Conducting required GEMBA walks through the plant.
Supporting and encouraging a culture of Refresco Values.
Developing strategies focused on energy and waste minimization.
Participating in the development of the annual department budget & strategic long-term planning.
Developing and communicating business results as required.
Supporting Safety Committee with their goals to promote a strong safety-focused culture.
Performing as back up to the Plant Manager as required.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
Short-term disability and long-term disability
Pet Insurance
Legal Benefits
401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
12 Paid Holidays
Vacation Days and Paid Sick Time Off Days
Well-being Benefit Discount and Total Reward Programs